A DIFFICULT DECISION

Due to Casey's advanced age(she would turn 14 on March 12), the reality of retirement for her was staring me in the face.  I had been using a ramp, for over a year, to transport her to and from jobs.  The weakened condition of her hindquarters made it difficult or even impossiblefor her to get in or out of vehicles(particularly the higher ones, ie. SUVs, pick-up trucks, and vans).  Her slip and falls at Lake Avenue and Maple Avenue, coupled with her inability to get up, confirmed that Casey would have to retire.  I announced to our various volunteer drivers and to the facilities that Casey serviced, that December 31st would be the end of Casey's working life.